Project Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the petrochemical industry is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join their team in Tees Valley. This permanent position involves managing projects to ensure safety, compliance and successful delivery within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly within the oil and gas sector, and possess necessary industry certifications. You will be responsible for overseeing project delivery, handling technical documentation, and ensuring adherence to UK regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in project teams related to process, chemical, or petrochemical industries.
• Knowledge of UK safety and environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in technical aspects of project development and delivery.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and process hazard analysis.
• Manage allocated CAPEX project budgets and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Risk Assessment

Technical Documentation

Budget Management

Education

Accredited Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2)

Job description

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Are you an experienced Project Engineer with fuel storage or Oil and Gas project background?

Our client, with 4 strategically located terminals in the UK, is now seeking a talented individual to join their project team in Tee-side.

You will play a key role in delivering projects within the petrochemical industry, ensuring safety, compliance, and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.

Location: Tees Valley

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Dependant on Experience

The Role:

As a key member of the project team, you will assist the Project Manager in the technical aspects of Sustaining (M&R) and Growth CAPEX project development and delivery. Responsible for managing the projects assigned to you by the Project Manager, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Throughout the project lifecycle, you will maintain a strong focus on safety, compliance, and quality, ensuring the successful delivery of projects that meet agreed objectives and key results.

• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments and process hazard analysis studies.
• Support the project manager in assembling cost estimates and schedules.
• Develop technical documentation e.g. Basis of Designs and Scope of Works for RFP
• Co-ordinate Subject Matter Expert reviews of technical documentation produced in house and by design houses/consultants.
• Manage project technical queries and holds lists.
• Develop pre-commissioning and commissioning plans.
• Support the project manager in organising project reviews, e.g. design, constructability and Human Factors/ Ergonomics
• Ensure all projects comply with, UK safety and environmental regulations (e.g. COMAH/CDM), planning regulations and industry best practise.
• Support the project manager in closing out MOC/LOPA/HAZOP actions and punchlist items.
• Manage engineering projects as required by the business including the production of design calculations, drawings, specifications, programmes and budgets, procurement, installation and commissioning.
• Responsible for allocated CAPEX project budgets assigned to manage
• Provide input as required to various audits carried out.
• Provide assistance to emergency response as detailed in the emergency plan.

Requirements:

• External accreditation in a recognised project management methodology, such as PMP or Prince2.
• Experience working within project teams in process, chemical, or petrochemical industries, particularly on COMAH sites.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with CDM Regulations.

Please apply to Alan Steer – RHL Recruitment

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